The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting To provide professional certification of surgical technologists (CST) and surgical first assistants (

Certification as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical First Assistant demonstrates that the individual meets the national standard for knowledge that underlies surgical technologist and surgical first assistance practice. Certified individuals possess mastery of a broad range of skills related to surgical procedures, aseptic technique and patient care. Because certification is voluntary, the choice to become certified exhibits pride in the profession, the desire to be recognized for mastery of scientific principles, as well as an ongoing commitment to quality patient care. Certification is a means for upward mobility, a condition for employment, a route to higher pay, and a source of recognition nationwide. Approved candidates who take and pass the CST examination are authorized to use the initials CST as long as they maintain certification currency. Approved candidates who take and pass the CSFA examination are authorized to use the initials CSFA as long as they maintain certification currency. CST’s certified prior to September 1, 1977, may voluntarily comply with The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), formerly the LCC-ST ’s continuing education or re-examination requirements. CST, CSFA, and CST/CSFA are federally registered trademarks and service marks owned by NBSTSA.

Patient safety is at the heart of everything we do. By upholding the gold standard of certification, we ensure that ever...
03/09/2026

Patient safety is at the heart of everything we do. By upholding the gold standard of certification, we ensure that every surgical technologist is prepared to protect the patients who trust them most.

Today we celebrate the trailblazing women who lead, innovate, and inspire within the surgical community. From the classr...
03/08/2026

Today we celebrate the trailblazing women who lead, innovate, and inspire within the surgical community. From the classroom to the operating room, your dedication to excellence is shaping the future of healthcare.

Behind every patient’s fight is a dedicated surgical team working with absolute precision and care. This month, we honor...
03/06/2026

Behind every patient’s fight is a dedicated surgical team working with absolute precision and care. This month, we honor the CST® and CSFA® professionals whose specialized skills in the operating room are vital in the journey toward recovery.

We are thrilled to invite you to explore our modernized digital home. Our new website is designed to be a streamlined re...
03/03/2026

We are thrilled to invite you to explore our modernized digital home. Our new website is designed to be a streamlined resource for everything you need to manage your certification and advance your surgical career.

Visit https://www.nbstsa.org/ to check it out for yourself!

Congratulations to the three individual winners of the 2026 AST Educator Conference Survey drawing! The three individual...
02/26/2026

Congratulations to the three individual winners of the 2026 AST Educator Conference Survey drawing! The three individual winners are from the schools above. Please check your email to claim your prize!

The 2026 Student Academic Merit Awards are now open! Encourage eligible students to complete and submit the official app...
02/26/2026

The 2026 Student Academic Merit Awards are now open! Encourage eligible students to complete and submit the official application materials by the deadline. Full details, requirements, and the application form are available at the link below.

Thank you for your continued dedication to surgical technology education and for helping NBSTSA® celebrate excellence in the classroom, the lab, and beyond!
https://nbstsa-frontend.onrender.com/2026-merit-award-application

Stay ahead of the curve and don't let your gold standard slip. The NBSTSA® requires certification renewal every two year...
02/23/2026

Stay ahead of the curve and don't let your gold standard slip. The NBSTSA® requires certification renewal every two years to ensure you remain at the top of your professional game. Check your expiration date on your card or certificate today!

Every day in the OR brings new challenges and the opportunity to make a real difference in a patient's life. We want to ...
02/20/2026

Every day in the OR brings new challenges and the opportunity to make a real difference in a patient's life. We want to hear from the heart of the surgical team—what is your favorite thing about being a CST® practitioner?

Let us know in the comments below!

This Valentine’s Day, we’re sending some love to the professionals who put their hearts into every procedure. Being a CS...
02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re sending some love to the professionals who put their hearts into every procedure. Being a CST® or CSFA® practitioner isn’t just a career—it’s a passion for precision, teamwork, and providing the highest standard of patient care.

Whether you are scrubbing in for a long shift or studying for your upcoming board exam, know that your dedication doesn't go unnoticed.

Happy Valentine’s Day to the heartbeat of the OR! Comment down below to send love to a special CST® or CSFA® in your life.

NBSTSA in the house! We had an incredible time connecting at the Association of Surgical Technologists Educator Conferen...
02/13/2026

NBSTSA in the house! We had an incredible time connecting at the Association of Surgical Technologists Educator Conference.

Through education and certification we are preparing the next generation of CST® professionals!

February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on the organ that keeps us all moving. As surgical professionals, we see...
02/09/2026

February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on the organ that keeps us all moving. As surgical professionals, we see the critical importance of cardiac care every day. Join us in spreading awareness all month long!

Precision starts with the fundamentals! We are proud to be working with many dedicated educational institutions around t...
02/06/2026

Precision starts with the fundamentals! We are proud to be working with many dedicated educational institutions around the country that prepare students to become CST® Professionals.

Certification is more than a credential—it’s a commitment to mastery, safety, and the highest standard of patient care in the OR.

Get started at https://www.nbstsa.org/

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Littleton, CO
80120

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